1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
